Mycology Technician

About Shields Pharma Inc.

Shields Pharma Inc. is a Health Canada approved GMP organization located in Markam, Ontario.

We offer Laboratory R&D and QC testing services as well as production and formulation of certain psychedelic therapeutics for treatment of certain mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, and problematic substance.

Shields Pharma Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion for everyone. We are continuously looking for smart-minded, skilled, qualified, experienced, independent, reliable, and detail-oriented candidates to join our successful team.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

You can count on;

• Safety as our first core value,
• Integrity,
• Accountability, and
• Continuous Training and skill development.

Position Title: Mycology Technician

Reports To: VP of Operation

Job Description:

A Mycology Technician is responsible for supporting various mycology activities, assisting in the cultivation, maintenance, and processing of Psilocybe Cubensis (commonly known as the magic mushroom). Following successful On-the-Job Training and performance competency, the technician may perform designated tasks independently or under the supervision of a Mycologist. This role includes practical hands-on activities such as Media preparation, inoculation, mushroom propagation, and laboratory maintenance while following aseptic techniques adhering with good agricultural and collection practices (GACP), good manufacturing practices (GMP), good laboratory documentation practices (GDP) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Duties shall include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in all aspects of the cultivation process, including spawn and substrate preparation, inoculation, colonization and fruiting process.
• Assist in preparing/prepare various strains of Psilocybe Cubensis mycelium in liquid cultures, agar plates, slants, etc. in accordance with the company SOPs and sterile techniques.
• Assist in preparing/prepare various media (e.g., agar plates, slants, liquid cultures) in adherence to SOPs and sterile techniques.
• Assist in preparing/prepare and maintain high-quality mushroom spawn using sterile techniques.
• Assist in inoculation/inoculate mycelium to various media and substrates under controlled conditions.
• Monitor and document the colonization process, ensuring healthy mycelial growth.
• Perform routine visual inspection in various cultivation stages for any sign of contamination.
• Assist in executing/execute environmental monitoring programs to ensure a sterile and clean environment
• Participate in the harvesting, drying and processing of mushrooms as per applicable procedures.
• Participate in cleaning and sanitation of equipment, laboratory areas and grow rooms as per applicable procedures.
• Follow gowning, cleaning and sanitation procedures to prevent contamination and maintain a clean, sterile and safe laboratory environment.
• Ensure all documentation including reports, records of procedures, results and labeling are accurate and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time based on company needs, training and competency assessment.

Job Requirements: (Work Status, Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience)

• High school diploma required, college diploma or degree in related fields preferred.
• No prior experience required; On-the-Job Training will be provided.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.
• Strong organization skills and attention to details.
• Willingness to learn and work in a regulated environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

How To Apply:

Please reference “Mycology Technician” in subject line and submit resume with cover letter to hr@shieldspharma.com

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. We are committed to adhering to our company objectives and requirements outlined above. Kindly refrain from applying if you are not qualified.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those qualified and selected shall be contacted for an interview.

No phone calls please.